Supreme Victors·#40·2009
Roserade, the elegant Grass and Poison-type Bouquet Pokémon, is celebrated as the final evolution of Budew, known for its dangerous beauty and strategic prowess in the Pokémon world since Generation IV. This Roserade C card from the 2009 Supreme Victors set, card #40, is a non-holographic variant that distinguishes itself through its unique "Champion's Pokémon" designation, linking it directly to the iconic trainer Cynthia.
Read more ↓Roserade is a Grass and Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV. It is the final evolution of Budew, evolving from Roselia when exposed to a Shiny Stone. Known as the Bouquet Pokémon, Roserade is admired for its elegant appearance and potent floral attacks. Its arms are adorned with bouquets of roses, with its right arm featuring a red rose and its left a blue one, which are said to contain different toxins. Roserade resides in flower fields and gardens, where it can be found performing a graceful, seemingly choreographed dance to attract prey or deter rivals. It is a solitary and proud Pokémon, often seen basking in sunlight to strengthen its poisons. In the Pokémon games, Roserade is a popular choice for trainers looking for a fast special attacker with access to a variety of Grass and Poison-type moves. Its presence in the anime, particularly as a key Pokémon for characters like Gardenia, the Eterna City Gym Leader, further cemented its appeal. Roserade's design, blending beauty with danger, resonates with themes of nature's dualistic power and has made it a memorable figure in the Pokémon universe. Its evolution line emphasizes growth and transformation, starting from a small bud and culminating in a sophisticated, powerful bloom.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
